Antarctic Peninsula Expedition
Arctic & Subarctic
Birds
Intermediate
Antarctica — Antarctic Peninsula
November to March
Overview
Expedition cruise to penguin colonies among icebergs on Earth's last wilderness.
Equipment
- Waterproof expedition parka
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Waterproof trousers
Safety Notes
- Zodiac boats in icy water — follow all safety protocols
- Strict IAATO guidelines: 5m from penguins
Identification Tips
1
Gentoo penguins at Port Lockroy
2
Leopard seals patrol penguin colonies
3
Humpback whales bubble-net feed in channels
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Gentoo Penguin | common | Colonies on rocky beaches |
| Leopard Seal | common | Patrolling near penguin colonies |
| Humpback Whale | common | Feeding in channels between islands |
| Wandering Albatross | uncommon | Open water, largest wingspan |